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$174,886$168 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

8698 ARBUTUS

FARWELL, MI 48622
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,040 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$175K
$159K low$191K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,373 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$87,693 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,170
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$82,523
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,968
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,386

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyCLARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.43
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Farwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 3.0 mi
H
Farwell High SchoolB
High · Grades 8–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Farwell Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 4–7 · 3.2 mi

District: Farwell Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48622These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

8698 Arbutus measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Farwell 48622
  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Farwell 48622
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Farwell 48622

What homes are worth in Farwell 48622

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$54K$420K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Farwell 48622.

How it measures up in Farwell 48622

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farwell 48622.

Estimated value$174,886
CheaperTypical $172,630Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,236 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.43 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

How 8698 Arbutus ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarwell 48622Clare County
Estimated valuepricier than$174,88651% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16870% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²31% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.43 ac26% of homes42% of homes

About 8698 Arbutus

How much is 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI is $174,886 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $159,003 to $190,769. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI last sell?

8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI?

8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.43-acre lot.

What schools serve 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI?

8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI is assigned to Farwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Farwell High School (high), rated B; Farwell Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Farwell Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI compare to other homes in Farwell 48622?

Among the 3,460 homes in Farwell 48622, it is worth more than 51% of them ($174,886 against a typical $172,630), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($168 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,236 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.43 ac against a typical 1 ac). Measured against all of Clare County, it is worth more than 58% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8698 Arbutus, Farwell, MI was $1,373. The county assessed it at $87,693.

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